Manažer logistiky

Job Description

The Logistics Manager, Nigeria is responsible for overseeing all inbound and outbound logistics operations, ensuring efficient movement of goods in line with the 7Rs of logistics-right product, quantity, condition, place, time, customer, and cost.

This role requires strong expertise in import/export operations, customs regulations, and international trade compliance within Nigeria, ensuring seamless delivery while minimizing delays and costs. The role will work closely with the Regional/Global Logistics teams and Demand Planning to ensure alignment with business needs

Role & Responsibilities

Logistics & Import/Export Operations

• Manage end-to-end import and export processes, including shipments from China and inter-country transfers
• Handle Letter of Credit (LC) review, interpretation, and documentation preparation
• Coordinate shipping arrangements (air and sea freight) with logistics partners
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian customs regulations and international trade laws

Regulatory & Documentation

• Oversee Form M processing, PAAR, SONCAP, and NAFDAC (where applicable) documentation
• Verify HS codes for accurate duty classification and smooth clearance
• Ensure complete and accurate shipment documentation for audit purposes

Order Processing & Inventory Coordination

• Oversee timely processing of Sales Orders, Credit Memos and In-warranty orders
• Ensure delivery turnaround time (TAT) of 24 hours for partner orders

Financial & Cost Control

• Validate logistics-related costs (shipping lines, terminal charges, clearing fees)
• Raise and manage Purchase Orders for logistics vendors
• Support:
• Duty estimation for finance planning
• Keep track of all shipping line charges and statutory related costs
• Accurate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) allocation

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Evaluate and manage clearing agents and transport providers against SLAs
• Collaborate with Demand Planning, Finance, Sales, Aftersales, Global Logistics Team
• Collaborate with Nigeria Customs for all shipping related duties

Insurance & Risk Management

• Manage stock insurance policies - Fidelity guarantee and Stock loss claims
• Liaise with insurers and loss adjusters for claims processing

Requirements

• A degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field is required
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of Nigerian customs processes
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Sound commercial and financial modeling capability
• Understanding of Warehouse processes and procedures
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for social enterprise, development of people and environmental benefits.